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Dr. Dale Schaefer, MD

Dr. Dale Schaefer, MD

Neurosurgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Dale Schaefer, MD is a neurosurgeon in Great Falls, MT and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Howard University in 1984. He is affiliated with Benefis East Campus. He is accepting new patients.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 19 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (19 reviews)

Practice

1300 28th St S Ste 7 Great Falls, MT 59405

Make an Appointment

(406) 454-0375

Dr. Schaefer is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Schaefer specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Schaefer's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Schaefer

4.3
19 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 star
79%
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
16%
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Giving him a five because there is no 10 rating
Dr Schaefer has done 5 surgeries on my spine. Love the man.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Feb 28, 2023
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He fused my neck in 2012,& today I’ll see him about fusing L4/5.. if I go back for a second time, that should tell you right there, this man does exactly what he says he can do. C5/6 almost 8 yrs ago now & no regrets.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Mar 11, 2019
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NOT impressed. Filled out reams of medical history, sent MRI, etc. Dr. entered room said "what's going on?" My sister-in-law explained her symptoms related to cervical vertebrae issue. Dr. said "I can't help you" and walked out of the room. Waste of time and money!!
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Sharla in Great Falls, MT – Jun 08, 2018
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Dr. Schaefer operated on my broken neck. Very pleased as I have no side effects or pain. Would recommend him for any neurosurgery.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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Mar 08, 2018
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Dr. Schaefer is an excellent doctor. I felt completely safe going into surgery thanks to him, and he was able to remove my difficult tumor. Even though my situation was scary, he made me feel confident that he was capable of giving me the best care out there.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Sep 28, 2017
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Dr. Schaefer treated me like a friend and showed genuine concern over my back problem. He went over all the options available and took the time to explain everything about my procedure. I would recommend him to everyone. I had great results and his follow up was everything I thought it should be.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Jeff Gottlob in Cut Bank, Mt. – Jul 25, 2017
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I had Cranial Surgery to remove a large blood clot on the right side of my brain. I've never had any kind of surgery done before so I had nothing to compare this to however, I was more than impressed with Dr. Schaefer's work.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
Helpful
R.J. Burns in Dickinson, ND – Mar 18, 2017
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I have high anxiety, a huge fear of needles and DO NOT like to go to the doctor. When I learned I had to have surgery, I had one of my biggest anxiety attacks ever. 2 weeks later I finally went in and met Dr. Schaefer. I was scared, he was quiet but straight forward. When he saw my apprehension toward needles, he laughed at me but I could see his compassion. On the morning of my surgery I was nervous but when he came in I felt completely at ease. Great Dr. and a wonderful staff!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
7 others found this helpful
Helpful
Trista Teske in Great Falls, MT – Nov 15, 2016
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biography

Dr. Dale Schaefer, MD is a neurosurgeon in Great Falls, MT and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Howard University in 1984. He is affiliated with Benefis East Campus. He is accepting new patients.

  • Neurosurgery

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  • Howard University

    Medical School, 1984
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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Dr. Schaefer is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Practice

    Office1300 28th St S Ste 7 Great Falls, MT 59405
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Benefis East Campus

      1101 26th St S
      Great Falls, MT 59405

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      82%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% lower than the national average

      73%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      3% lower than the national average

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